Sanitation Associate

Sanitation Specialist

Farmingdale Meat Market/Main Street Wholesale Meats is hiring a Sanitation Specialist to join their team.

The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for ensuring that our facility meets mandatory federal sanitation requirements. This position requires a safety-minded individual with strong chemical awareness who can perform basic equipment breakdowns. No prior experience is required; we will train the right candidate who possesses a strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain mandatory sanitation requirements for all production equipment and facilities to ensure daily USDA operational approval.
• Mix, blend, and apply routine cleaning solutions to proper, safe concentrations.
• Perform basic equipment breakdowns for cleaning and demonstrate a basic understanding of equipment functions.
• Clean floors using industrial-size mops, floor machines, or power washers. Sweep sidewalks and tiled surfaces.
• Safely dispose of infectious waste, and empty and decontaminate trash containers.
• Move, rearrange, and wipe down equipment. Report minor building or equipment repair needs directly to the supervisor.
• Farmingdale Meat Market, Inc. reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily works in a wet, refrigerated production plant. Occasional outdoor work is required during both winter and summer months.
• Ability to stand, walk, push, pull, reach, and bend for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and utilize basic mathematical skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in operation of warehouse equipment preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.